Barbara R. Christy
About Barbara R. Christy
Barbara R. Christy is a lawyer based in Greensboro, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Barbara R. Christy is recognized in the following practice area:
- Greensboro, North Carolina
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Schell Bray PLLC
Education: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., graduated 1983 and Appalachian State University, B.S., magna cum laude, graduated 1980
Location: Greensboro, NC
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